Our technology is backed by science, study and Mother Nature herself.
At NEDLAW Living Roofs™, we stand by the design and installation quality of our
systems. As on any roof system, protocols must be in place to eliminate the
risk of leaks. On a living roof, weight and thickness present unique challenges.
A typical NEDLAW Living Roof is like a seven-layer cake. Extensive and thorough
testing and waterproofing is performed at each layer.
How to plant the perfect roof
Prior to installation, NEDLAW flood tests the existing roof and seals any cracks.
Once the membrane has been installed, the drainage board is laid down to provide
space for water collection and drainage. This serves the plants with needed
moisture during periods of drought.
Next, the filter/retention layer is added to increase water retention and
prevent loss of organic material. Then the growth medium is added to a depth
of two to six inches. Finally the vegetation mat is put down, which prevents
growth medium loss and provides instant roof greening with a wide variety of
native plant species.
Principal Green Roof Technology source: National Research Council, Institute for Research in Construction.